Overview
- Barcelona confirmed that Thiago Alcântara has left the first‑team coaching group for personal reasons and that his last duties were on the final matchday last Saturday.
- Thiago joined Hansi Flick’s staff after retiring in summer 2024 and had been tasked mainly with tactical work on the midfield and with training planning.
- Spanish outlets report that Thiago is expected to take a board‑member position at CE L’Hospitalet, the lower‑league club from his hometown that is publicly linked with Jordi Alba.
- Head coach Hansi Flick publicly praised Thiago’s attitude and contributions, saying he was a major help to the staff and will be missed at Barcelona.
- The club also faces further summer departures, with reports that analyst Stephan Nopp will leave, a change that could prompt Barcelona to reshuffle their tactical and analysis team before next season.